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From Curious Tinkerer to Robot Builder

A run of A+ grades, a collection of neckties and a prom king crown. These are the key touch points in Andy Le’s life story to this point.


But to understand his passion for robotics, his fascination with how technology works, and his hopes for the future, you merely need to picture an 8-year-old boy curled up asleep next to an iRobot Roomba vacuum cleaner.

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Business Alumna’s Jewelry Designs Sparkle on Olympic Stage

Under the bright lights of the 2026 Winter Olympics, every detail mattered for figure skaters—from the precision of their landings to the sparkle of their costumes. For some U.S. athletes, that sparkle included jewelry designed by Sonia Hou, shimmering with every turn. 


In The Know
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Alumni Engagement Survey


Thank you to everyone who has already completed the 2026 Cal Poly Pomona Alumni Engagement Survey! Your feedback is helping shape future programs, events, and opportunities that strengthen our Bronco alumni community.


Haven’t taken the survey yet? There’s still time! It only takes a few minutes, and your voice can make a meaningful difference for current and future Broncos.

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Bronco CareerWorks is Here to Help Our Alumni


Bronco CareerWorks, is a new on-campus offering created in partnership with Ultimate Staffing to bring more paid, career-aligned opportunities to both students and alumni. Through Bronco CareerWorks, alumni can explore, short-term roles, and full-time positions in their field of study. Click Here to request an appointment with Bronco CareerWorks 

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Seeking Alumni Perspectives on Lanterman Site


CPP is seeking alumni input as part of Phase 2 of the Lanterman site market assessment. After evaluating regional market conditions in Phase 1, the university is now gathering CPP community members’ feedback to help inform potential land uses that strengthen its academic mission and long-term impact in the region. The 300-acre property presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to advance student success and industry partnerships through mission-aligned public-private development. Add your perspective by taking the survey.

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The Path to Higher Learning


Looking to level up in your career? Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE) offers flexible master’s programs in various fields such as business analytics, systems engineering, dietetics, hospitality management, interior architecture and more! The programs are offered in partnership with CPP’s academic colleges. Learn more and apply for Fall 2026: https://www.cpp.edu/cpge/degree-programs/index.shtml


Do you want to pick up new skills without putting your life on pause? Check out College of Professional and Global Education’s (CPGE) flexible, career-focused programs. Courses include: Teaching with AI certificate, Human Resources Management in the Public Sector certificate, and the Pole Loading with SPIDA®calc certificate. Become by doing today.

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45th Annual Broncos Golf Classic


Tee off in support of Cal Poly Pomona student-athletes at the Bronco Golf Classic on Monday, July 27 . Held at Glendora Country Club, this full-day event features a four-person scramble, exciting contest holes and chances to win great prizes. All proceeds directly benefit CPP Athletics by funding scholarships for Bronco student-athletes. Don't miss this incredible day of golf, camaraderie and celebration. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Registration will open in early June. Reach out to Pam Donnelly, Senior Associate Athletics Director/Senior Woman Administrator/Deputy Title IX Coordinator at pldonnelly@cpp.edu for more information and registration.

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Check Out These Inspiring Stories from Fellow Broncos


Visit our new and improved We Are CPP website to read Class Notes and stories of alumni success. We are very proud of your accomplishments and would love to hear about your professional, philanthropic or community-based achievements. Share your impact by submitting a Class Note. If you have news to share or want to nominate a Bronco who is doing amazing work, contact Alumni & External Relations at alumni@cpp.edu.

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Connect. Mentor. Grow with the CPP Bronco Mentoring Network.


The CPP Bronco Mentoring Network, our career-mentoring and advice-sharing network, makes it easy for you to connect with others in the Cal Poly Pomona community. Our upgraded platform allows you to find or sign up to be a mentor, learn skills by completing pathway modules, watch video resources, find and post jobs, list your business in the business directory and more. Don’t wait. Join the Bronco Network today!

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Oct. 1

Alumni Association Annual Meeting

The Cal Poly Pomona Alumni Association invites you to save the date for our 2026 Annual Meeting. Network with alumni board members and learn about what we have been working on this last year. Get involved and make a difference.

In The News

“LA500 2026: Mickey Segal"— Los Angeles Business Journal, 5/11

Mickey Segal (‘80, accounting), founder and managing partner of NKSFB, has been named to the publication’s 2026 LA500 list of influential leaders and impactful executives for the third consecutive year. He has spent more than four decades building NKSFB into the world’s largest business management firm. Beyond business, Segal is a dedicated philanthropist who has raised over $300 million for charitable organizations.

“From Varese to the land of startups: two Varese natives at the heart of California's artificial intelligence scene” — VareseNews, 5/7 (Italian)

Pierlorenzo Peruzzo (‘23, computer science) is helping shape the next wave of artificial intelligence innovation in California. While attending Cal Poly Pomona during the COVID-19 pandemic, he co-founded OpenLab VR, a virtual reality science education platform now used in more than 50 schools worldwide, before joining San Francisco-based Hologram Labs, where he helped develop AI-generated video and 3D character tools used by more than one million users. In his latest venture, he is co-founder of Opser, a startup focused on “agentic AI” systems that can autonomously perform workplace tasks.

“Say Goodbye to Food Noise on GLP-1s and Embrace the Space for Healthier Choices” — Longevity Magazine, 4/30

Lisa Talamini (‘80, nutrition and food science), a registered dietitian nutritionist and senior vice president of clinical solutions at Wondr Health, writes that GLP-1 medications are reshaping weight management by quieting “food noise,” reducing inflammation and suppressing appetite. She advises that lasting results depend on pairing the drugs with nutrient-dense eating, muscle preservation and broader lifestyle changes.

We invite you to send comments or submit story ideas to PolyAlumni. For more information or to contact Alumni and External Relations, call (866) CPP-ALUM or email alumni@cpp.edu. 

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